Kesari Veer is a landmark film for both its leads. While Sooraj Pancholi makes his long-awaited comeback following the turbulence of the Jiah Khan case, debutante Akanksha Sharma steps into Bollywood with this historical drama set against the backdrop of the Somnath temple. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, Sooraj opened up about the emotional strength it took to face the public again, while Akanksha recalled how Suniel Shetty’s warmth and support helped her feel at ease on set. Watch the video for more.
09 May,2025 10:28 AM IST
On this episode of Mid-day's BTS Stars, we bring to you celebrity hair designer Darshan Yewalekar who speaks about his journey to the movies despite coming from a humble background. He decodes some of the iconic looks he created for Bollywood characters and the boom in the grooming industry
30 April,2025 11:48 AM IST
At the Kesari Veer trailer launch, Suniel Shetty praised Akshay Kumar’s success in patriotic films, saying he’d love to do them but Akshay “sells more tickets.” He confirmed Hera Pheri 3 is happening and called it a timeless comedy. On filmmaking today, he noted it’s become more money-driven. Speaking on the Pahalgam attack, he expressed pride in being Indian and stood with the nation.
29 April,2025 08:00 PM IST
Actor Sooraj Pancholi makes his comeback to the big screen after four years with Kesari Veer. At the emotional trailer launch event held in Mumbai, Sooraj was visibly teary-eyed as he took the stage to speak about the film. Overwhelmed with gratitude, he struggled to finish his sentence while thanking the makers for believing in him at a time when no one else did. His co-star Suniel Shetty stepped in to comfort and support him, creating a heartfelt moment that resonated with everyone present.
29 April,2025 07:30 PM IST
Rasha Thadani celebrated her stunning 20th birthday, marking a special year after her debut in Azaad. Her mother, Raveena Tandon, ensured the celebration was nothing short of glamorous. The event was attended by a star-studded guest list, including Ibrahim Ali Khan, Tamannaah Bhatia, Veer Pahariya, Manish Malhotra, Aaman Devgn, and more, who attended this close-knit birthday bash.
17 March,2025 10:03 PM IST
Several TV stars turned up to celebrate the success of Shrimad Ramayan and the launch of Veer Hanuman. Friends of the production house Swastik Productions cheered for the new mythological show. Stars like Sumbul Touqeer, Pankhuri Awasthy, Nakuul Mehta, Shalin Bhanot and Sourabh Raj Jain were spotted at the event
12 March,2025 10:00 PM IST
Ankit Tiwari, the renowned and talented singer in the entertainment industry, celebrated his birthday with a grand celebration. Many from the industry attended the star-studded birthday bash, including actor Neil Nitin Mukesh, and television actors such as Karan Veer Mehra, Rashami Desai, Divyanka Tripathi, and more. At the bash, while interacting with media, Ankit Tiwari was asked to sing to Sanam Teri Kasam's title song.
07 March,2025 10:11 PM IST
Stand-up Comedian Gaurav Kapoor mocked Ranveer Allahbadia’s recent apology for controversial comments about “parents” on India's Got Latent. His viral stand-up clip received praise for its comedic timing, though some fans felt it trivialized the apology. Meanwhile, rapper Raftaar, who had previously appeared on the show, shared his thoughts on why people take pleasure in seeing successful individuals fail. Ranveer has now moved to the Supreme Court to seek the clubbing of multiple FIRs against him. Public opinion remains divided over the controversy.
18 February,2025 06:35 PM IST
At the launch event for his devotional song Mahakaal, B Praak addressed the controversy surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia. He emphasized that if someone is truly remorseful, forgiveness is essential, and it's important to move forward without dragging the issue further. B Praak also clarified that it was his decision to cancel the podcast with Ranveer, as he wanted to uphold and protect cultural values. Regarding his new song, he explained that it aims to teach children about respect for parents, devotion to God, and the significance of selfless service, offering a moral and spiritual message for today’s generation.
18 February,2025 06:25 PM IST
The screening of Laxman Utekar’s Chhaava was a glamorous affair, showcasing the talents of Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna. The star-studded event saw a glittering turnout with celebrities like Katrina Kaif, Sharvari, Veer Pahariya, Sunny Kaushal, Anand Tiwari, Diana Penty, Ashutosh Rana, and Dinesh Vijan gracing the occasion.
14 February,2025 08:09 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
